1 John 2:12 I am writing to you, little children,
because your sins are forgiven for his name’s sake.
This verse makes a big shift from v. 11 which talks about the deceit of the darkness and the hatred that results. All have walked the way of darkness. Some, however, have responded to the “exit” light and confessed their sins and received forgiveness and cleansing. This starts us out on a new path. At first, this path may be difficult because of the enticement of the darkness. We remember our old life and the empty promises it offered. It those times of growth away from darkness, we need to keep our focus on the Author of our faith. When the darkness tries to pull us back, we can remember our confessions and the forgiveness we received in Jesus’ name. We can call out his name, and he will come and help us so that we do not stumble and fall anymore.
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